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RV Etiquette And Manners – Things That Every RVer Needs To Know

RV etiquette and manners – the following is a podcast transcript:

Hello everyone and welcome to the RV inspection and care podcast.

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Now today’s podcast is about RV manners and etiquette while we are camping.

And this is going to be especially good for some of you newer RVers. You know, those of you who don’t really have a lot of experience with it.

You’re going to learn a lot about the things that you can do to make camping more enjoyable. For yourself and for others.

And the truth is that most RVers do practice good manners. Especially long-time or experienced RVers.

However, I will say this. Even experienced RVers like myself still need to be reminded about the effect that we can have on others by our actions when we’re camping.

So we’re going to cover a lot of points today. Things that we should keep in mind while we’re camping to make sure we’re showing good manners to others.

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RV Etiquette In RV Campgrounds

And we’re going to start first with campgrounds. Because campgrounds are where a lot of the issues come in.

That’s because of RVers being really close to one another. A lot of people in a small area.

And that’s when manners and etiquette really show up when they’re not being shown.

So let’s go ahead and get started on good manners in campgrounds. And afterward we’ll talk about boondocking.

Campground Rules

The first point of etiquette for RV campgrounds is when you come to a campground and you’re checking in.

Usually they’re going to give you a list of guidelines and rules for that campground.

And a lot of folks will take that list and just sort of put it aside. They intend to get to it, but they never do.

Well, my encouragement is to read the campground rules right away. There’s a reason they’re given out.

And the truth is that with each campground, things can be a little bit different.

And a lot of times the things you really need to know are in those rules. So be sure to read the rules for each campground that you go to.

Now we’re going to get started on a section here that I’m going to call the noise section.

Because that’s one of the biggest irritations that folks have about campgrounds and being near to other RVers.

RV Etiquette – Loud Music

So our next point of etiquette is – no loud music! And this is a big one with me.

You know, it’s really amazing how many people love to play their music. But they kind of don’t realize that not everybody wants to listen to the artist they want to listen to.

Or even the kind of music they want to listen to. And so a lot of times they’ll turn their music up and everyone around them is hearing their music.

Well, here’s the thing. Music is a very subjective thing. And from one person to the next, it’s very different as far as what they want to listen to.

So if you force your music on someone else, they’re usually not going to be very happy about that.

Now here’s my recommendation. If you’re going to play your music outside, then go to the edge of your campsite.

And if you can hear your music out at the edge and beyond your site, it needs to be turned down.

But if you really don’t want to bother anybody, then wear headphones outside.

The point is to make sure that your music is not being played so loud that it’s going to affect others. And then cause them to not feel enjoyment of their camping experience.

So that’s number one – be careful with loud music!

Observe Quiet Hours

Number two is observe quiet hours. Almost every campground says that you need to be kind of dialing everything back on the noise level by 10 o’clock.

And that’s a good rule of thumb to follow. Because usually around that time people are starting to get ready for bed.

But if you aren’t careful, you’ll be out there at that campfire sitting around it. And you’re having a good time with your friends.

And the 10 o’clock curfew kind of comes and goes. The next thing you know, you’re still just having a great time.

Maybe laughing and telling jokes and enjoying one another’s company. And maybe one of you in the group has a really loud voice to begin with.

But your neighbors are getting upset because they want to go to bed.

So be careful and observe the quiet hours in a campground.

Now that doesn’t mean that you can’t be out there late at night around the campfire.

Because that’s certainly a great thing. But just be careful about the noise level after 10 o’clock.

Make sure that you dial it down so that it’s not going to create a problem for others.

RV Etiquette – Use Of Generators

Now the next point of etiquette about noise is – never use a construction generator!

In a campground these things are just too loud. I know they’re much cheaper than inverter generators.

But they really are loud and obnoxious. Especially when folks right next door are trying to enjoy their camping experience.

So if you need a generator for any reason, make sure that it’s an inverter generator.

And make sure you use it sparingly. You know, the truth is that you really don’t need a generator all the time.

Mostly you just need it to power up and charge up your batteries. Maybe use it for a short time in the morning.

And then a short time in the evening to get you through the night.

Otherwise, the generator really should sit quiet. Unless you’re going to use it for a really high electricity component.

Like maybe your microwave, or a hair dryer, or something like that. And really it should only be on for a short time then.

So make sure you’re careful about your generator noise. And never use a construction generator!

RV Etiquette – Don’t Leave Dogs Unattended

Now the next etiquette point on noise is – don’t leave dogs unattended!

When you’re away from your campsite, this can be an issue. Because when the owners are there, very often the dog is happy and content. And they can be more quiet.

But when the owner leaves, sometimes the dog gets very nervous. Because they’re in a place that they’re not used to with all these other people around.

And before you know it, they’re barking. Because they’re nervous. Maybe even whining or howling.

And this could go on for hours while you’re away from the campsite.

In the meantime, this is really bothering your fellow campers. So don’t leave dogs unattended when you’re away from the campsite.

Keeping Your Dog On A Leash

Now we’re going to move into more discussion about dogs. And that is – keep your dogs on a leash!

A lot of dog owners at home, they may allow their dog to roam pretty freely. And there’s no problem with that.

However when you’re in a campground, that’s a space where you’ve got a lot of people and dogs really kind of crammed in next to one another.

And before you know it there can be personality differences with these dogs.

So if you aren’t carefully controlling your dog, they may get into an altercation with other dogs. Especially if they don’t have a leash.

So everybody needs to keep their dog on a leash and keep them under control.

That way we can avoid a lot of problems and a lot of issues.

RV Etiquette About Dog Poop

Our next point of etiquette is to pick up after your dogs. And don’t leave poop bags behind for others.

Now we shouldn’t have to say this really. But unfortunately, we do.

There are some that carry their dogs along camping. Then they take them out to take care of their business.

And unfortunately, they leave their poop behind without cleaning it up.

Or even more egregious is – they will pick it up with a bag, but they leave the bag there.

Please don’t do that! That is not good manners. It is not good etiquette.

Because no one wants to clean up behind your dog!

RV Etiquette When Your Dog Is A Barker

Now the next point of RV etiquette with regard to dogs is about whether the dog is a barker.

And you know what I mean. If anybody walks by, or maybe a dog starts barking in the distance they just automatically respond and start barking.

Well, if they are a regular barker, at home it might be fine. Because maybe you live in an area where that doesn’t bother anybody.

But if you know your dog is a barker. And it’s just the way they are. Well then, maybe it might be a good idea to leave them with a sitter when you go RV camping.

And that way you don’t bring along the dog that’s going to irritate everybody around you.

Okay, let’s move away from dogs now. And let’s talk about the next point of etiquette.

RV Etiquette About Campsite Trash

That is – don’t leave any trash behind for the next camper. And I’ve seen this a lot.

You pull into a campsite. And the people that were there before you apparently broke something.

Or maybe they just don’t want it anymore. So they just leave it there rather than throwing it away.

Or maybe they took their trash and put it in the campfire ring.

Well, these are not good things to do. So don’t leave trash for the next camper. That’s a really important point of etiquette!

RV Etiquette About Children

The next one is about kids. Make sure that they’re well supervised and that they’re respectful to others.

Unfortunately, sometimes parents go camping and they’re relaxing and the kids want to go somewhere.

So they just say “sure go ahead”. And the next thing you know, you’ve got this group of kids just going around the campground.

But maybe because they’re unsupervised, they start to get into things they really shouldn’t get into.

So that’s not a good situation, if you have kids. You want to make sure someone who is an adult that you can trust is watching out for them wherever they go.

RV Etiquette When Driving Your Car

Now our next point of etiquette is about when you’re driving through a campground. You need to be careful and drive slowly.

Of course, I know almost all campgrounds have the speed posted. In fact, some of them are down to five miles per hour, right?

And that can be a little bit irritating sometimes. Because you’re used to traveling more quickly while you’re on the road.

But when you’re in a campground, understand that we have a lot of kids in the campground too.

And we’ll have dogs and older folks who don’t hear as well. So if you’re driving quickly through the campground, there’s a good chance that accidents can happen quickly.

Things that nobody wants to take place. So be careful, slow down, and follow the posted speed limits in campgrounds.

RV Etiquette About Campsite Boundaries

Our next point of etiquette is – don’t consider that the campground is your personal territory. Or that you can go wherever you want.

Instead, consider that every campsite is somebody’s property. So don’t wander through campsites. This is a very important point.

Sometimes you could have a campsite that is in an area where it’s easier to go through your campsite to another part of the campground than to go all the way around by the road.

And you might find people shortcutting right through your campsite. Well, how do you feel about that?

Most people are not too happy about people cutting through their campsite. And so, if you wouldn’t want someone doing that to you, then obviously you shouldn’t do that to someone else.

Actually, that’s one of the bigger complaints that people have about RV campgrounds. So be careful in that area!

Using Dump Stations

Now the next point of etiquette is with regard to dump stations. And this really kind of comes into play usually around state parks and things like that.

This is where there may not be any sewer connections. You could have your water and electric, but not your sewer connection.

So when you’re getting ready to leave, there’s usually a dump station provided. And that way you can empty your tanks before you go home.

It’s very convenient. But unfortunately, there are those who get in line for the dump station. And then they take their time.

It seems like it takes forever for them just to get out of the RV to begin with. And when they do, they’re on a Sunday picnic while they go around and get this thing out and that hose ready.

In fact, maybe while they’re there they even rinse out their black tank. You know, not just dump it, but then rinse it thoroughly too.

Well my friends, that is not what the dump station is for. What you want to do is – when you pull up get right out and get hooked up.

Then dump those tanks quickly, disconnect everything and put it away before driving off.

It is not time then to rinse your tanks. That is showing very little regard for those behind you.

So be aware of others and their time, and use the dump station quickly!

Emptying Waste Tanks

Now our next point of etiquette is to empty your waste tanks as inconspicuously as you possibly can.

What do I mean by that? Well, most RV waste tanks and the handles for them are on the driver’s side of an RV.

And most awnings and places to enjoy the RV are on the passenger side.

So suppose you go out and pull the handles to release all the waste out of your tanks and into the sewer.

Well, you’re going to do it on the side of your next door neighbor. Where they could be enjoying their campsite.

So for instance, you’d never want to do that while someone is having lunch or eating a meal next door.

Because when you dump those tanks, we all know that there’s a kind of an obnoxious smell that goes with that.

And it stays for a little while. Not forever, but it does have a lingering effect.

Do do you really want someone else to be subjected to that? See, that’s not good manners!

So if your next door neighbor is enjoying their time outside, try to find a time to dump your tanks when it won’t interfere with that.

RV Etiquette For Those With Smaller Campers

Our next point of etiquette is about being in a campground with a small camper.

If you have a choice of campsites, please don’t choose a site that could take care of a larger rig.

Now this is one of my issues as well, because I have a bigger rig. And some of us have Class A motorhomes and big fifth wheels, and things like that. Maybe even long travel trailers.

And it really is disappointing when we go by sites that could have accommodated our rig.

And instead there’s a teardrop little travel trailer in there. Or a small 20-footer, or something like that.

Then we have to go cram our RV into a site that’s really not made for it instead.

Now I understand that you can’t always control this. Because it really all depends on how people come in and out of campgrounds as to what is available.

But if it is within your power, and you have one of those smaller rigs, try not to take up one of the sites that are best left for larger rigs. And that shows manners!

Okay, those are the points I wanted to share about campgrounds.

RV Etiquette When Boondocking

Now let’s talk a little bit about RV boondocking. And first let me say that pretty much everything I talked about with regard to campgrounds will apply to boondocking too.

But I do want to share a few extra points on that. And number one is to leave plenty of space between you and any other rig when you go boondocking.

Leave Extra Space Between Campsites

That’s why they’re boondocking. Usually it’s because they don’t want to be in a campground.

They don’t want to be really close up to someone else. So if you come into a boondocking area that can accommodate several rigs. try to find one that’s really kind of far away from the ones that are there.

And that way you don’t really impinge on them and their area. And you won’t make them feel uncomfortable

Don’t get too close, in other words. That’s the point I’m trying to make.

RV Boondocking Campsite Management

Now for the next point of etiquette on boondocking. And let me emphasize this very much.

Whatever you bring into that site, bring out of that site. Now why am I making this an issue?

Because this has become a major problem across the country. And there are several really nice boondocking spots that none of us are going to be able to enjoy anymore. Do you know why?

Because people were leaving things behind. Trash and other things that should never have been left.

And it just grew and grew until it made the whole area unsightly. And there was nobody that was able to pick up after it.

So they just decided to shut the whole site down. Well, that’s unfortunate!

So here’s the rule for boondocking. Whatever you bring into that site, bring out of that site.

If we all practice that, it will avoid all of these problems.

RV Etiquette When Staying Overnight

Now for our last point on boondocking. And that is about if you’re going to stay overnight somewhere.

I’m talking about Walmarts, and Cracker Barrels, and things like that now.

Then recognize that those are businesses. It’s not a campground. So keep a low profile.

It’s not time to put your chairs out. Or have your grill out and your mats down and all these kinds of things.

Instead, keep a low profile. In fact, don’t even use levelers that could create problems on the pavement.

Because you don’t want to scar it in any way. You’re just there for the night.

So make it very low profile when you’re staying there. And if you do that, it makes the owners of the business feel good about having RVers stay there again.

Also, it won’t create any problems for future RVers either.

All right. Well, those are all the points of etiquette and manners that I wanted to share about campgrounds and boondocking.

How To Handle Problems

But now, here’s an important point. What if someone is showing not so good manners around you?

What if they’re doing things that are irritating? How do you handle that?

Well, here’s my personal opinion. If it is something small, why not try to be less picky about it? You know, not so prickly?

There’s two qualities that really go a long way in this matter. And that is patience and kindness.

So if it’s not a major problem, then why not just sort of put up with it and deal with it?

And that will help you kind of deal with life in general. Because the more that you go on in life, the more you realize that nothing is totally fair in life.

So don’t expect everything to be totally fair. And suppose your next door neighbor is not being really fair about the way they’re treating you.

Well, if it’s not major, maybe the best thing is just to be patient and show a little bit of kindness in that area.

What About Bigger Problems And Issues?

However, suppose it’s a bigger problem. Suppose it’s something that really needs attention.

Well first of all, I would recommend speaking to the staff, the campground staff first.

Let them have the opportunity to deal with it first. And very often they have the expertise in this area.

Often they know what to do, and they can deal with it in the best way.

But let’s suppose that even after those efforts, it’s still going on. What do you do then?

I encourage not confronting your fellow camper in an angry and accusatory way.

If you need to bring it up to them, try to be as respectful of them as you possibly can. And as kind as you can.

Very often, the situation is that they’re just not aware of what they should be doing in the matter.

So if you approach them in a respectful and empathetic way, then very often you’ll get very good results for that.

So try to follow those guidelines in dealing with fellow RVers that are not showing good manners.

Conclusion

Well, I hope that what I’ve gone over here today has been beneficial for you.

Now let me give you a little insight here. It’s actually been beneficial for me too.

That’s because all of us, no matter who we are as RVers, sometimes sort of forget about what we should be doing.

And maybe we don’t realize how some of the things we do might be affecting others. So we need reminders.

And as I said earlier, even making this podcast has been beneficial for me.

It has reminded me of some things I need to improve on as well.

So we all need to work on some of these matters, and just look at it that way.

The more that we show respect for others. And the more that we show respect and care for the beautiful land that we camp on.

Then the more we will all enjoy our RVing now and on into the future!

That’s it for now. Have safe and happy travels my friends … until next time!

Lake Conroe RV and Camping Resort – What To Know About It

Lake Conroe RV and Camping Resort is located at 11720 Thousand Trails Road in Willis, TX.

This Thousand Trails RV park is about 50 miles north of Houston, TX.

It is easy to access as it lies very close to Route 830 which comes directly off Interstate 45 between Conroe and Willis, TX.

The park is very easy to drive to with any size RV you want to bring there. Easy Off-Easy On is a very good thing when it comes to the RV lifestyle. 🙂

Click here to view the Lake Conroe RV Park campground map

Lake Conroe RV Park Features

So what is this park like? Well it is a nice size park that has 360 sites and sits right on the edge of Lake Conroe.

This is especially nice for folks that have boats and like to access the water for fishing or water sports.

It is also nice that it is open year round. But because of that it also has many annual residents, as you can imagine.

Once there, we found that we had a decent selection of full hookup RV sites though. Even ones that had 50 amp electrical service.

Please be aware though that if you choose 50 amp service, there is a $3 upcharge per night.

It seems that most of the Thousand Trails parks in Texas charge a little more for 50 amp service.

We found that most of the sites in the older section of the park were dirt or gravel. But they do have a newer section that had cement pads.

Those were very nice, but as you can imagine, were hard to get.

We didn’t have a difficult time getting level ourselves. But there were a few that would definitely have been more of a challenge.

And that would be especially true if you have a larger rig.

Roads In The Lake Conroe RV Park

The roads in the park, except in the newer section, were typical Thousand Trails park roads.

Many of them were uneven and had fairly large holes that needed to be filled in.

You just have to be careful navigating those roads. But they definitely can be driven with no big issues other than that.

Costs For Staying At Lake Conroe RV Park

So how much is the cost of this particular park? Well, obviously if you are a Thousand Trails member it is $0/night.

But if you choose to book it any other way, this park would run you about $62 a night.

And if you want to stay a week it would average out to about $53 a night.

Also if you choose a 50 amp site, don’t forget the $3 a night upcharge.

If you wish to do that, the staff is very accommodating and friendly and will help you any way they can.

The RV Campground Amenities

Alright, what do you have for amenities at this park? Well you definitely have the usually ones.

Things such as a pool, playground equipment, volleyball, horseshoes,etc.

And you also have the boat launch area for your boats, a couple of ponds, and for your furry friends, a dog park. All of these amenities seem to be in good shape too.

There are also a number of bath houses throughout the park. Most of these, although older, are clean and in decent shape.

Obviously the bath house in the new area is up to date and very clean and tidy.

It seems that they are putting money into updating these bath houses, so this should get even better with time.

There are also two laundry room areas and both have clean appliances and are reasonably priced.

Also one other unusual perk is that they offer a carwash, and an air and vacuum station on site. What a nice little plus!

Lake Conroe RV Park’s Surrounding Area

So is this park located in an area where you can get access to supplies fairly easily? That is a resounding YES! In fact, this is a very strong plus for the park.

It is located on a lake and it is very quiet and peaceful. But just 15 minutes away to the north on I-45 is Willis, TX where there are a number of restaurants.

And if you wish to go grocery shopping, there is a Kroegers there too.

But if you want to go the other way on I-45, Conroe is about 15-18 minutes away to the south.

And that is even a larger township which has two Walmarts, two HEB grocery stores, and a Kroeger’s too.

They also have a lot of box stores that we are familiar with. And that way, you can get just about anything that you want there.

It also has many restaurants. Either chain, regional or mom and pop ones. So you can find almost anything you want there.

All in all, there is much to access so you can provision and continue on your RV travels.

Or you can also just stay there for a while and not worry about running out of supplies.

A Great Area For Getting RV Repairs Done

One other thing to note, especially if you are a snowbird or full-timer. And that is that in the brochure for Lake Conroe Thousand Trails, they list 6-7 local mobile RV techs and detailing services.

Also not too far away are at least 3 large RV parts stores. So suppose that you are in need of getting some work done on your RV or need to pick up RV parts.

Well, this would be a great place to be able to do that.

Lake Conroe RV Park Internet Connectivity

With regard to internet service, the campground does offer free wifi.

We did not make use of it though as we were able to have easy internet access through our AT&T hot spot. And also through our T-Mobile phones.

So we found that internet connectivity in the area was able to take care of our needs just fine.

Our Conclusion

Well then, how would we rate Lake Conroe RV Resort? We would give it a 3.5 out of 5.

Why? Well, first off the roads could have been improved so that there were not so many holes and ruts in them.

Also grading some of the sites to be a bit more level would help everyone to have a better experience at the park.

And once again, as is true in most Thousand Trails Parks, we wish there were not so many annual members.

They of course, had the best sites throughout the campground.

But if that wasn’t the case, folks who are weekenders or RVers traveling through the area would have more site choices.

But we know that they are putting more money and work into the park.

And hopefully, when some of the buildings are updated more, it will make it even nicer.

So all in all, it was a decent park to be in, especially on a lake. And it is a park that many would enjoy spending time in.

Have safe and happy travels everyone!

Rondout Valley RV Campground – The Good And Not So Good

Rondout Valley RV Campground is located on 105 Mettacahonts Road in Accord, NY.

This campground is located in a very central spot in the Lower Hudson Valley of New York.

It is right between the Catskill and Schawangunk mountain ranges. And it is almost like a gateway to the New England area.

Click here to view the Rondout Valley RV Campground map

Rondout Valley RV Campground Features

The campground provides 310 campsites and a number of different kinds of camping options for almost every camper.

It’s open from April through the month of October every year before it closes for the season.

And access to the park is relatively easy for every size rig. It is just off of route 209 which can easily be gotten to by exiting off the I-87 in NY.

When entering the park, you will find a circular drive that can be used to park while checking in.

If there are a lot of rigs, it can become a bit congested. But they do seem to keep things moving fairly well.

If you are towing a vehicle, you can unhook there or wait until you get into the park nearer to your site.

We usually unhook on the road that leads up to the campground though because it is very level there.

And we find it easier to maneuver in the check-in area if we are already unhooked.

The park staff has always been very friendly and as accomodating as possible.

Park Reservations

The park itself is part of the Thousand Trails membership program.

So it is possible to stay at Rondout Valley for $0/night if you have a Thousand Trails membership.

But reservations can also be booked outside of that system.

The prices for that option run $79 a night. And if you book for a week it averages out to be $68 a night.

If you are a Thousand Trails camper, it is first come, first serve as far as the sites are concerned.

But if you need a certain type of site, the office personnel is very helpful.

And they will direct you to the part of the park that offers those particular sites.

Do be aware though that there are many seasonal campers in the park.

And they seem to be taking some of the RV sites and putting park models or rental cabins on them. So this does limit your options somewhat.

Rondout Valley RV Campground Campsites

There also tend to be quite a few 30 amp sites with full hookups. But only a limited amount of 50 amp sites with full hook ups.

There are several more 30 and 50 amp sites that have water but no sewer.

And to remedy that they have two dump stations and also offer a honey wagon option.

The honey wagon costs $10 per time they come out though. And it only runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Interestingly, the park staff mentioned that in the near future they plan on opening 81 more new RV sites.

And these are planned to have full hookups and 30/50 amp electrical options.

If they do, this will be very welcome to us Thousand Trails members seeking short camping stays.

How are the sites in the park? In general they seem to be dirt or gravel sites.

And they are fairly level for the most part. Although, as with most campgrounds, there are always some that present a challenge.

And there are some sites that are also pretty close together. But many offer a decent amount of room between you and your neighbor.

Rondout Valley RV Campground Amenities

There are two beautiful streams that run through the park too. But most of the sites that sit on those prime areas are taken by seasonal folks.

A stream at Rondout Valley RV Campground — **One of the streams at Rondout Valley RV Campground**

There are a few available though, if you are fortunate enough to get one.

But the park offers many shade trees and the campground is pretty to walk or drive through.

The amenities are OK here. The pool seems to be in good shape and the playground areas are manicured and kept up.

But the facilities are definitely older and quite dated. There are two bath houses in particular that need a lot of work.

There is also a third bath house that is located in the upper section and includes the laundry room in it.

It has been updated and is much cleaner and would be a great one to use.

Their activities center building itself is pretty rundown and needs a lot of work too.

They do have some activities in it daily though and the best thing in it is the snack bar.

It offers a variety of simple breakfast and luncheon items. But another big plus is their ice cream which is always a hit especially on a hot day.

Internet Connectivity At The Park

One other thing most folks wonder about with these kind of campground reviews is internet service.

Well, we used our AT&T hotspot and we had good internet connectivity.

We noticed that the park offers Satellite TV and WIFI too. But this comes at an additional cost and you would have to inquire about what that cost is.

Our hotspot and phones took care of everything we needed while we were staying at the park though.

The Surrounding Area

So how about the surrounding area???? Well, the good news is that there is plenty of beauty to be seen.

Lots of scenic drives, hiking trails, waterfalls and other sights that provide many things to discover and explore.

For instance, just down the road from the park there is a establishment called Kelders Farm.

And it has fresh produce. But also many things for the kids to do and ice cream for a treat.

There are other beautiful farms in the area that provide delicious produce too.

But you will also find home-baked goods and many jarred jellies, jams and sauces. Most of them being produced locally.

Places To Eat Locally

And little cafes and small restaurants dot the roads too. We ate at a nearby roadside BBQ restaurant that had some really delicious brisket.

But we also went to a place not far from the campground called Kerhonkson Diner. They have good American fair for a decent price.

We did get a calzone that was very good across the road from the diner at a place called Cancellier’s Pizza.

The calzone was very good. But the owner and his daughter, who was at the register, seemed to have an irritable attitude.

Although the calzone was good, we certainly would not go back because of that.

Shopping In The Area Around The Park

How about grocery stores and other bigger box stores???? Well, there is really not too much around.

There is a Walmart that is about 9 miles away in Napanoch, NY.

Also near that is a Liquor Store. And just a little further down the road is Peter’s Market.

But to go to any bigger area you need to travel to Newburgh or Poughkeepsie.

And these are about 1 hour to 45 minutes away respectively. But if you don’t mind a beautiful ride through the countryside, it is no bother at all.

Rondout Valley RV Campground – Our Conclusion

So how would we sum up our time at Rondout Valley and the vicinity? Well, the area itself is beautiful.

You will find gorgeous views, clear water, pretty waterfalls and a laid back lifestyle.

And that is a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

But how would we rate the campground? We would give it a 3 out of 5.

Why? The amenities could definitely use updating. But, most of all for us, the availability of sites that accommodate all rigs could DEFINITELY be improved upon.

And we hope that will improve in the near future with the changes that are planned for the campground.

But we want to thank the staff for being so helpful. And even in spite of the negatives we mentioned, we will definitely go back.

We just are very aware of both the pros and cons of this park. And now, hopefully you are aware of them as well through our review.

Happy camping everyone!

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